March 20, 2012 Regular Meeting Highlights

Western DuPage Special Recreation Association Presentation

The Board of Commissioners recognized Ms. Sarah Bak for her outstanding accomplishment at the 2012 Special Olympics Winter Games where she received a Bronze Medal in Level 1 - singles figure skating. Ms. Bak also gave a brief PowerPoint presentation about herself, the Special Olympics competition.

Ms. Sandy Gbur, Executive Director of Western DuPage Special Recreation Association, introduced herself to the Board of Commissioners and provided a brief overview of her background, and what she has accomplished in the last ten months as the new Executive Director.

Ackerman Business Plan

The Ackerman Business Plan was reviewed; the Board discussed additional items and recommendations that need to be added.

Ackerman Roof Overclad Bid Results

The Board of Commissioners approved the bid for the Ackerman Sports and Fitness Center Roof Overclad Project to Solaris Roofing Solutions, Inc., it being determined that Solaris is the lowest responsible bidder, in the sum of $637,500, plus the sum of $41,625 for Heat Trace Alternate for a total amount of $679,125 subject to:

1. WJE’s approval of infrared surveyor. 
2. WJE’s approval of reports regarding proposed means and methods for mechanical unit lifting. 
3. Contractor’s written confirmation of its responsibility to employ a ground mounted crane or other alternative means for lifting the mechanicals if required by WJE at no additional cost to the Park District. 
4. Contractor’s written confirmation that the working period for the required mock up may take longer than projected and must be completed prior to the commencement of construction at no additional cost to the Park District. 
5. Park Board approval of Owner-Contractor Agreement.

Lake Ellyn Park Master Plan Firm Recommendation

The Board of Commissioners approved the selection of Conservation Design Forum as the top ranked candidate, and directed staff to proceed with contract negotiations with said firm, for Lake Ellyn Park Master Plan professional design services, in accordance with applicable Selection Procedures of the RFQ.

March 20 Regular Agenda

The regular meeting takes place at Spring Avenue Recreation Center, 185 Spring Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 at 7pm. Agenda items include:  

• Ackerman Business Plan 
• Ackerman Roof Overclad Bid Results
• Lake Elyn Park Master Plan Firm Recommendations
• Western DuPage Special Recreation Association Presentation

March 6, 2012 Workshop Meeting HIghlights

Ackerman Business Plan

The Ackerman Business Plan will be placed on the March 20 Regular Meeting Agenda, so that staff may continue to update the business plan to include additional items and recommendations made by the Board of Commissioners.

Recommendations for Attitude and Interest Survey Firm

Staff recommended to the Board of Commissioners that the Glen Ellyn Park District should retain Leisure Vision in the amount of $15,000 to conduct the community attitude and interest survey.

The Board of Commissioners approved an agreement with Leisure Vision to conduct the community attitude and interest survey for the Glen Ellyn Park District in the amount not to exceed $15,000.

March 6, 2012 Agenda

The workshop meeting takes place at Spring Avenue Recreation Center, 185 Spring Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 at 7pm. Agenda items include:  

• Ackerman Business Plan 
• Recommendations for Attitude and Interest Survey Firm